First 50 finishes to count toward IMCA state standings

Vinton, Iowa (Jan. 13, 2006) ­ Points earned by IMCA drivers in their first 50 sanctioned events in one state will be figured in Smiley's Racing Products state standings this season.

Those standings had been based on the cumulative number of points earned, regardless of how many times a driver raced.

"We believe this change is consistent in what we've done with our national and regional standings," IMCA Vice President of Operations Brett Root said. "In my opinion, 50 races is attainable for anyone who races twice a week. This levels the field between them and those drivers who have the opportunity to race more often."

IMCA began crowning state champions in 2000.